INTENSIVE ENGLISH PROGRAM

What to Expect

You will be placed in one of the 6 levels of English study offered based on the results of your placement test: Foundation, Beginner, High Beginner, Intermediate, High Intermediate, and Advanced.

Class size is approximately 15 students. We hold our classes on both the Main Campus and Downtown Campus in the morning and afternoon. Experienced instructors who hold M.A. degrees in Teaching English as a Second Language will be your teacher and support you throughout your ESL classes.

We will keep track of your progress and provide you with an evaluation at mid-term and at the end of the semester. These evaluations are based on class participation, homework, quizzes, tests, reports, and effort. Attendance to your classes is mandatory, according to The University of Texas at San Antonio and the Department of Homeland Security regulations.

Hear what other students have to say about the program

I had a wonderful experience with the Intensive Language Program. I feel more prepared and less stressed because the IEP helped me with my English. Plus, I like San Antonio and UTSA because I can meet people from all over the world.Iskander, Kazakhstan

I learned a lot of things here in the United States. Before I came here, I didn’t know English - only the basic words - and IEP helped me progress to understand everything better.
I also loved to learn about the Texas culture. IEP helped me understand things better here. I love Texas now! UTSA has people here from every country and they are very open to us.Orcidio, Angola

Instruction Focuses on these areas

Reading / Vocabulary

You will learn the definitions and contextual uses of many different words. Some may sound the very similar, but have small differences in their spellings and pronunciations.

Writing / Grammar

You will learn to apply a wide array of advanced vocabulary to writing assignments.

Oral Communication

You will learn how to speak the English language fluently with ease. There are many nuances to the English language that are not easily understood by just reading a textbook.

TOEFL Preparation

(Test of English as a Foreign) We will test the skills you have obtained over the course of this ESL program.

UPON ARRIVAL TO THE PROGRAM

Student may be placed in any of the 6 levels of English study currently offered based on results of a placement test: Foundation, Beginner, High Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced.

Class size is approximately 15 students. Classes are held on both the main campus and downtown campus in the morning and afternoon. Students are taught by experienced instructors who hold M.A. degrees in Teaching English as a Second Language.

Students will receive evaluations of their progress at mid-term and at the end of the semester. These evaluations are based upon class participation, homework, quizzes, tests, reports, and effort. Attendance is mandatory for enrolled students, as per the University of Texas at San Antonio and the Department of Homeland Security regulations.

Requirements for the IEP

Must be 17 years old by the first day of class.

Must submit a photocopy of current passport and visa (if applicable).

Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.

Must submit a bank statment showing that you have at least $11,962.10 to pay educational expenses.

Approximate Cost Per Semester

(prices are subject to change)

Tuition and Fees

Tuition

$3,200.00

Application Fee

$45.00

Testing

$50.00

University Fees

$512.10

Total

$3807.10

Living Expences

One year
(Summer, Fall, Spring)

$9,200.00

One Semester
(Fall or Spring)

$3,500.00

Summer

$2,200.00

Meal Plan

One Semester
(Fall, or Spring)

$1,700.00

Summer

$1,300.00

Other Mandatory Expenses

Health Insurance
Spring & Summer 2018

$1,555.00

Heath Insurance Fall 2018

$980.00

Books

$300.00

Miscellaneous

Personal Expenses

$1,100.00

*Please note that students who enroll in the Spring semesters will automatically be charged heath insurance for Spring and Summer

Financial Assistance

Office Hours and Location

The Office of ESL Services is excited to welcome you to UTSA. You can visit us during the office hours listed below, call or email any time with questions you have about the Intensive English Program, Custom Programs, and the International Teaching Assistant Program.

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CEA Accreditation

The University of Texas at San Antonio Intensive English Program is accredited by the Commission on English Language Program Accreditation for the period August 2017 through August 2021 and agrees to uphold the CEA Standards for English Language Programs and Institutions.